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Take your sleepover horror stories one step further and venture into the supernatural at the infamously haunted ruins of Bhangarh. Listen to the locals recount tales of unspeakable horror and the fates of the unfortunate souls who ventured inside after dark.The fact that this place is strictly out of bounds after sunset should be proof enough of its thrilling potential. Find out if the so-called brave ones in your group are half as brave as they claim to be! Read More

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If you can explore one place in India, let it be its capital, New Delhi. This modern city offers everything that a city traveller could possibly want – chaos, quiet, spirituality, history, culture and food.
Delhi is said to be one of the oldest existing cities in the world. This ancient city never stops growing. The Mughal and British, the two main empires who invaded the city, have left a deep mark on its face and infrastructure. Their monuments and mausoleums lie scattered across the city, such as India Gate, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Purana Qila and the Lodhi Gardens.
The iconic Red Fort or Lal Qila, built of sandstone, has been standing tall since 1648 and was the brainchild of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. You can participate in the celebration of modern Indian art at Akshardham, a wondrous house of worship. The colossal, Lotus Temple is a centre of Baha'i faith and is a peaceful refuge from the breathlessness of the city.
The city has a rich and colourful character, which is visible in its chaotic bazaars such as Janpath, Sarojini Nagar, Dilli Haat and Chandni Chowk – all heavens for shopaholics. You may splurge at the high-end restaurants and pubs all across Delhi, but do not miss out on the street food. Connaught Place, Chanakyapuri and the Parliament Street stretch, everything contributes to the grandeur New Delhi is. If you’re touring Delhi, Paharganj is a good choice for inexpensive lodging with good connectivity.Read More

If you can explore one place in India, let it be its capital, New Delhi. This modern city offers everything that a city traveller could possibly want – chaos, quiet, spirituality, history, culture and food.
Delhi is said to be one of the oldest existing cities in the world. This ancient city never stops growing. The Mughal and British, the two main empires who invaded the city, have left a deep mark on its face and infrastructure. Their monuments and mausoleums lie scattered across the city, such as India Gate, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Purana Qila and the Lodhi Gardens.
The iconic Red Fort or Lal Qila, built of sandstone, has been standing tall since 1648 and was the brainchild of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. You can participate in the celebration of modern Indian art at Akshardham, a wondrous house of worship. The colossal, Lotus Temple is a centre of Baha'i faith and is a peaceful refuge from the breathlessness of the city.
The city has a rich and colourful character, which is visible in its chaotic bazaars such as Janpath, Sarojini Nagar, Dilli Haat and Chandni Chowk – all heavens for shopaholics. You may splurge at the high-end restaurants and pubs all across Delhi, but do not miss out on the street food. Connaught Place, Chanakyapuri and the Parliament Street stretch, everything contributes to the grandeur New Delhi is. If you’re touring Delhi, Paharganj is a good choice for inexpensive lodging with good connectivity.

The capital city was a brief stop before an overnight train journey to the Desert state of Rajasthan. Next stop - Udaipur.

The Pink City, as Jaipur is fondly called, is thronged by tourists almost all year round. And why not, with it being home to majestic palaces and forts like the Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, City Palace and Sisodia Rani Garden – some of the most beautiful architectural wonders you'll ever set your eyes upon.
Galtaji temple, also called the Monkey Temple, is another must visit. If your eyes just can't get enough, visit Amber Fort, which has its own 600-year-old story to narrate, through its spectacular light and sound shows, cultural performances and folk music. Rajasthani tailored clothes, jewellery and handicrafts are a huge hit as souvenirs, for their exquisite mirror work, embroidery, leather and splashes of colour. Some famous places this illustrious workmanship can be bought from are Rajasthali, Anokhi, Johari bazaar and Sireh Deori Bazaar, but remember to bargain. Central Museum and Albert Hall museum are great places to learn about Rajasthan's rich history and culture and also to buy handicrafts.
The Jaipur Literature Festival, the world's largest free literature festival, is dear to almost every bibliophile around the globe. Here one can enjoy literature and music, amidst the likes of William Dalrymple, Stephen Fry and many other renowned writers and personalities. The 5-day festival is hosted in Diggi Palace, which gives people around the world an insight into Rajasthan's captivating cultural heritage. For those interested in pampering their palates with the flavourful Rajasthani cuisine against the backdrop of a picturesque village should visit Chokhni Dani. For a regal experience, a stay at the Suvarna Mahal is a must visit. Read More

The Pink City, as Jaipur is fondly called, is thronged by tourists almost all year round. And why not, with it being home to majestic palaces and forts like the Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, City Palace and Sisodia Rani Garden – some of the most beautiful architectural wonders you'll ever set your eyes upon.
Galtaji temple, also called the Monkey Temple, is another must visit. If your eyes just can't get enough, visit Amber Fort, which has its own 600-year-old story to narrate, through its spectacular light and sound shows, cultural performances and folk music. Rajasthani tailored clothes, jewellery and handicrafts are a huge hit as souvenirs, for their exquisite mirror work, embroidery, leather and splashes of colour. Some famous places this illustrious workmanship can be bought from are Rajasthali, Anokhi, Johari bazaar and Sireh Deori Bazaar, but remember to bargain. Central Museum and Albert Hall museum are great places to learn about Rajasthan's rich history and culture and also to buy handicrafts.
The Jaipur Literature Festival, the world's largest free literature festival, is dear to almost every bibliophile around the globe. Here one can enjoy literature and music, amidst the likes of William Dalrymple, Stephen Fry and many other renowned writers and personalities. The 5-day festival is hosted in Diggi Palace, which gives people around the world an insight into Rajasthan's captivating cultural heritage. For those interested in pampering their palates with the flavourful Rajasthani cuisine against the backdrop of a picturesque village should visit Chokhni Dani. For a regal experience, a stay at the Suvarna Mahal is a must visit.

This day, we started for Jaipur. We checked-in to Umaid Bhavan palace. Hotel was not that great. It was built in a very small place and a lot of rooms. But yeah it was beautiful in its way. Food was worst here. We started to City palace . Jaipur is called pink city for a reason. Large part was painted with reddish pink color with white drawings on it. It was beautiful. We reached City palace and at entrance , I noticed a puppet show. We asked them to play the show and it was awesome. I recommend to see one puppet show when in Jaipur. Then we went inside City palace with an open cab. It was very clean to our surprise. Maintainance was very good. Some parts were converted into shops. One part was converted into museum. It displayed a giant horse , all guns and bullets used at that time, swords, all types of weapons. Then there was display of same set up of king and people sitting in one hall. There were pictures of all kings through the wall. Amazing place. Then we had our lunch and went to Amber/Amer fort. It was on a hill and there were elephants to take to fort. But we preferred our car. This was very huge fort of all. We heard about seesh mahal and were told no one is allowed inside. Then we saw all parts of fort, a garden. Then we did some shopping , went back to hotel , had our dinner and awaited for a long day tomorrow.

Jaipur
Mere words cannot do justice to the countless hues of this singularly historic city. Be it art, architecture, literature, handiwork, nature or even raw, powerful spirit—Jaipur has it all. The breathtaking Jal Mahal, the scintillating Jantar Mantar, the extraordinary Pink City, the grandiose Hawa Mahal, are but a few of the endless gems in the city’s treasure chest. As for cuisine, it is common knowledge that Rajasthani food is not for the faint-hearted. Take your taste-buds on a roller-coaster ride with the spectrum of dishes this place offers. For anyone with a fondness for the written word, witness the Jaipur Literature Festival in January and find a haven for the wordsmith in you. Because Jaipur has a little something for everyone.

A one-of-a-kind, magical experience is a hot air balloon ride over the cosmopolitan city of Jaipur. Usually lasting an hour, you will drift above the landscape of the Pink City and get phenomenal views of the palaces, forts and natural beauty of this extraordinary city. Most balloon rides start from the Jal Mahal, Amer Fort, Shiv Vilas or the Delhi-Jaipur Road. If you choose the early rides, you can watch the sunrise from the balloon. Sky Waltz is a popular option for hot air balloon rides in India. Prices, however, are steep. For more information, check their official site.

This dream began some seven months ago. A solo expedition of this nature is all about testing your ability to survive in some of the toughest conditions and overcome these challenges all on your own. Armed with just a sling bag containing one set of clothes, a towel and the essential cycle accessories and tools, the food was the last thing I thought of carrying. In a hospitable state like ours, a meal can be arranged anytime, anywhere, with little money and with the help of the locals. Indeed, I was too overwhelmed by this expedition to think about how I’d feed myself. I set off at the crack of dawn from the gates of the Pink City on February 12 and cycled for 187km through Kalwad-Jobner-Kuchaman City-Choti Khatu. Within the first few hours of my ride, I had a flat tire twice within a span of 30 minutes. However, I changed the tube and took off again without any difficulty as I had all the necessary tools.

Jaipur :- Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan. It is a busting city and a business center with all the trappings of a modern metropolis but then also it is strongly flavored with an ancient charm which always surprises a traveller and even makes itself a great travel destination in Rajasthan .The old Jaipur is recognized as the pink city of India. The most beautiful and historic places to visit in Jaipur are Nahargarh ,Amer ,Jaigarh & Moti Doongari & Hawa Mahel which reminds a person of the romantic ,wealthy and Classic era of Jaipur.

Jaipur- ‘Paris of India’- City where I left my heartJaipur is popularly known as the Pink city because of the color of the stone exclusively used for the construction of all the structures. The glorious and rich cultural heritage of the city comes alive through its well built havelis, forts and palaces.Visiting this city is a delight as even after modernisation it preserves its rich cultural background. There are so many places which express extremely differential beauty, encompassing the forts, beautifully decorated markets/bazaars, mountains, lakes, sight-seeing spots and many more.

Located at 10 minutes distance, highest point within the boundaries of Nahargarh Fort lies an open air restaurant Padao. A perfect place to catch up and hang out with friends, offering a spectacular glimpse of the City, from its boundaries.

Day 3 August 9,2016:- Udaipur-JaipurTime to ride solo again as harteij was going to stay one more day in udaipur as he was visiting all the cancer hospitals on the way. This was one of the most scenic route i travelled and the roads were awesome. So for the first time i used my sports cam to record video for few minutes. After having breakfast i was enjoying the ride while doing so i found some traffic ahead. So i kept my machine on the right. At an intersection a police man stopped me and said if i continue to ride by this route you will find traffic for several kilometers and directed me to take a detour to a road which goes through some village, it was an additional 20km ride and the road was in very bad condition with no help around you. It took me an hour to cover this distance after which i was back on good road and by evening i reached jaipur. It is truly a pink city according to it’s name and the richness of the city was clearly visible, after unloading all the luggage i went towards hawa mahal after which i tried to go to jaipur fort, but it was closed by then. So i decided to go to a mechanic as i had some knocking issue with my machine. So got the carburetor cleaned and replaced the spark plugs as well. Luckily this problem didn’t stall the machine on that village road. Returned to the hotel. It was so good to sleep after a day long ride.

Home to the seventh wonder of the world, the Taj Mahal, Agra is best explored on foot or rickshaw or a rented bike. Renowned worldwide as not only a mausoleum but an epitome of love, the Taj Mahal is profusely crowded during the day till evening.
If you're looking to escape the crowd, however, the city's Mughal beauty can be enjoyed from several rooftops and secret locations in the city, or at an early morning yoga session just 100 metres away from the monument.
If you want to go further, why not go into the depths of its history through the light and sound shows and plays at the Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Centre. Agra annually hosts the 10-day festival, Taj Mahotsav, a rostrum for culture and colour in the month of February, known for celebrity performances, food stalls and a creative congregate of about 400 artisans across the country showcasing their exquisite art and craft items.
Agra easily competes with Delhi's Mughlai monopoly with decade old restaurants such as Bilal Restaurant and Hyderabad Handi, while the Agra cant area houses local food.
Speaking of local, Korai village remains a lesser known location, which can give you an entirely different experience and a chance to interact with villagers. Travelling through this beautiful necropolis, one can also enjoy quiet spots, wholesome with nature such as the Keertham Lake and the Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, before signing off with a visit to the Agra Fort, I'timad-Ud-Daulah (also known as baby Taj), Chini Ka Raza and Akbar's Tomb, architectural tributes to Mughal history, admired above and beyond India. Read More

Home to the seventh wonder of the world, the Taj Mahal, Agra is best explored on foot or rickshaw or a rented bike. Renowned worldwide as not only a mausoleum but an epitome of love, the Taj Mahal is profusely crowded during the day till evening.
If you're looking to escape the crowd, however, the city's Mughal beauty can be enjoyed from several rooftops and secret locations in the city, or at an early morning yoga session just 100 metres away from the monument.
If you want to go further, why not go into the depths of its history through the light and sound shows and plays at the Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Centre. Agra annually hosts the 10-day festival, Taj Mahotsav, a rostrum for culture and colour in the month of February, known for celebrity performances, food stalls and a creative congregate of about 400 artisans across the country showcasing their exquisite art and craft items.
Agra easily competes with Delhi's Mughlai monopoly with decade old restaurants such as Bilal Restaurant and Hyderabad Handi, while the Agra cant area houses local food.
Speaking of local, Korai village remains a lesser known location, which can give you an entirely different experience and a chance to interact with villagers. Travelling through this beautiful necropolis, one can also enjoy quiet spots, wholesome with nature such as the Keertham Lake and the Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, before signing off with a visit to the Agra Fort, I'timad-Ud-Daulah (also known as baby Taj), Chini Ka Raza and Akbar's Tomb, architectural tributes to Mughal history, admired above and beyond India.

First thing that comes to mind is Taj Mahal, when Agra city is being thought by anyone.

We decided to see Taj Mahal during sun rise. I got up at 5am got all ready . It was 6am and we had no tickets. I didnot know we had to go to counter and the counter was on other side of hotel(Hotel is in between ticjet counter and Taj Mahal). I ran with my toddler without even thinking about others. When I reached the counter, I saw a very big line and thought of forgetting going to Taj Mahal at sunrise. But there was a counter which was free and written "Indians" on it. The one with croud was for foreigners. I ran and took 4 tickets(3 were children). We took a guide inside as children were interested to know about the monument. We have to take cover for our shoes to enter inside TajMahal. There were two gates on either side of the monument. Then we stood in a huge line and waited till it was 7am near north gate. As we entered the gate, there was another gate inside. Then came Taj Mahal in fog. It was a sight to view. I quickly took a snap and started going towards the gate. Pictures are not allowed inside Taj Mahal. There was little lighting. Guide explained us about the place where Mumtaz was burried. We came out and saw river Yamuna from top. It was full of fog till 8am . So we were unable to see the river clearly. After 8 am , fog started moving off and it was fabulous. Two pillars of Taj Mahal were covered with iron ladders like things to clean them. Then we took pictures and came out. We thought of walking to hotel but saw tongas(horse with carriage ) and tempted to go on them. After we reached hotel, we had lunch and started to Agra fort. Agra fort was real huge. We remembered parts of Jodha Akbar movie taken here. While entering, we saw some squirrels and children were excited to feed them esp my toddler. We entered the fort. We saw Shah Jahan's prison , their daughters' rooms. There was a good view of Taj Mahal from a point. This was one huge fort.Then we directly headed to Ranthambore. We stayed at Ranthambore bagh.

We were a group of 7 including our 2 year old. We landed in Delhi and started to Agra. It was 4 hr journey and seemed never ending. There was fog all over. We were excited to see Taj Mahal. We reached Agra by 9pm and stayed at Taj resorts(This property is not connected to Taj group anyway). Wonderful property just 500m away from Taj Mahal. Food was ok(not very great).

If you are wondering why Agra is on the list, let me put this out that there is a lot more to Agra than just the Taj Mahal. Agra has the best leather market in the country, where you will get the best quality leather products at dirt cheap prices. The street food is quite delicious and you just claim to have toured Agra without trying the chaat. Visit the Mausamman Burj, which stands as an impeccable historical structure with carvings on the walls, that overlooks the Yamuna river. It will be quite cold in Agra in December, so you should pack your woollens properly, however during the daytime it is much warmer. Agra is a very interesting place to visit in India in December!How to reach Agra:The nearest airport is in Delhi and you can also reach Agra by road, through the Yamuna Expressway.Start packing your things, and get out of the house for that one last epic journey in 2016!

Day 4 August 10,2016:- Jaipur-Abhaneri-Agra.Started the ride with an excitement that i was going to see taj mahal today. In between before uttar pradesh and rajasthan border there is a place called abhaneri which has a stepwell,it was built in 9th or 10th century by king chand and has a total of 3500 steps taking the depth of the well to 100 feet down from the ground surface. It is also known as chand bawri. While returning from this place suddenly a peacock cross my way it was so close that anyhow managed to control my machine in order to avoid hitting it. Came to the main highway. After a few hours of ride entered uttar pradesh. Till now the roads were too good but as soon as i entered U.P the roads turned from good to worst. The ride was not as smooth as it was before. Had to stop at several places to ask for the route to Taj mahal. As i was traveling solo so i couldn’t keep the luggage on my machine and keep it in the parking lot. So found a hotel unloaded the luggage and finally moved towards Taj mahal . It has two types of tickets, one is for 40rs and other is a vip pass which is above 400rs. For 40rs ticket you will have to wait on queue to enter and 400rs ticket you can enter directly. Taj mahal is an absolute beauty it was maintained well even the gardens around it was also maintained well. One cannot enter inside taj mahal with shoes, either you have to remove it or get a shoe cover over it. The details of construction was awesome. After spending an hour,moved towards agra fort. By the time i reached it was closed. So clicked some photos from outside. Same happened with fatehpur shikri. Which was on the way before taj mahal. Just saw it from outside and made a move or else i would have missed seeing taj mahal.

Next day early morning we started our ride for Agra. Visited fatehpur sikri first to witness the marvellous architecture work of Mughal period and after a quick glimpse of The Taj Mahal we again ride back to Mathura as we have our accommodation arranged in Mathura and also to pick up the other bike and finally to start the ride as per our plan.

3. Agra -The most popular destination from Delhi would have to be Agra. It is proximate to the main city – at a distance of around 230kms. While it may be famous for the Taj Mahal, it is also a great weekend destination away from the bustling city. If you are a history buff, this city will definitely catch your fancy. It is home to some of the country’s best architectural marvels like Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb.

Your spot checklist for Agra: Experience one of the most the coveted destinations on a travellers' map. This erstwhile capital of the Mughal Sultanate is home to one of the seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal. Few important additions to your checklist could be Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah in this cultural capital of India.Suggested budget hotels in Agra under INR 2000.OYO Premium Near Taj MahalAddress: Opposite TDI Mall, Fatehabad Road, AgraHotel Price: INR 2000Click here to book now.

Reached Agra by train from New Delhi ! There are other lot of ways to reach Agra from New Delhi like by Volvo bus, by hired car.Update : From 5th April, the best way to reach Agra from New Delhi is Gaatimaan Express!!!Try to book a hotel/stay as near as possible to Taj Mahal, specifically near East and West gate, as these gates are open from Sunrise to sunset!! Good hotels are available at reasonable cost.

Surrounded by the enchanting Aravali hills, Ajmer is a medieval city most popular for the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. Once ruled by Prithviraj Chauhan, the city is a treasure house of Rajput and Islamic architecture. Ajmer, which is located in the heart of Rajasthan, also serves as the base for Pushkar, which is just 11km away.
The magnificent Taragarh fort situated on the summit of the Taragarh Hill is an unmissable site for its view of the city. At the foot of this hill is the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the tomb of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. The large pillars or Kose that you’ll see here actually run till Agra from where Akbar and his queen visited this sanctum. You can also visit the Akbar Fort and Museum for its collection of medieval armour and sculptures. There are several other sites of Hindu, Islamic and Jain religious importance that you can look out for while taking a ride through the city on the horse-drawn tongas.
Fill up on delicacies such as the Kesarganj gol chakkar, chaat and kachori at the Pandit Restaurant opposite Daulat Bagh. The women’s market is a hub of traditional lehengas and odhnis. Amidst the old-fashioned and charming city of Ajmer, Ambassador and Hotel Mansingh Palace offer two of the most conventional and luxurious stays. Read More

Surrounded by the enchanting Aravali hills, Ajmer is a medieval city most popular for the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. Once ruled by Prithviraj Chauhan, the city is a treasure house of Rajput and Islamic architecture. Ajmer, which is located in the heart of Rajasthan, also serves as the base for Pushkar, which is just 11km away.
The magnificent Taragarh fort situated on the summit of the Taragarh Hill is an unmissable site for its view of the city. At the foot of this hill is the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the tomb of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. The large pillars or Kose that you’ll see here actually run till Agra from where Akbar and his queen visited this sanctum. You can also visit the Akbar Fort and Museum for its collection of medieval armour and sculptures. There are several other sites of Hindu, Islamic and Jain religious importance that you can look out for while taking a ride through the city on the horse-drawn tongas.
Fill up on delicacies such as the Kesarganj gol chakkar, chaat and kachori at the Pandit Restaurant opposite Daulat Bagh. The women’s market is a hub of traditional lehengas and odhnis. Amidst the old-fashioned and charming city of Ajmer, Ambassador and Hotel Mansingh Palace offer two of the most conventional and luxurious stays.

Oct 8th, seven in the morning, I started my ride from Delhi en route Ajmer. The distance is about 400 km. Every 50 mins once I used to break and I maintained it as a standard protocol. The highway NH 8 was splendid and I loved riding on it. I could cover 40 - 45 km in a single stretch. Even though I was not thirsty, to avoid dehydration I forcefully kept drinking 300 ml of water after every stretch. By 3 pm, I reached Ajmer and checked into a hotel, had lunch and rested for as couple of hours. By evening I went to Dargah sharif, offered prayers and found some inner peace

AJMER(2 days)From udaipur i made my way to ajmer (city of khawaja moinuddin chisti). Ajmer is one of the most famous and the oldest city of rajasthan built by ajaymeru chauhan later the throne was passed to prithviraj chahuan (last hindu ruler of india). This place is surrounded by the aravali ranges from all the sides and it encapsulates some marvels between them.

Your spot checklist for Ajmer: Ajmer is a common pilgrimage destination for many who arrive here to visit the Tomb of Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti's. But the cultural abundance of this place is reflected in the multiple ancient temple places and forts in this small city. When in Ajmer visit Adhai-din ka Jhonpra Mosque, Nasiyan Jain Temple, Ana Sagar Lake and also, Brahma Temple in Pushkar, which is 14km away from Ajmer.Best picks for budget hotels in Ajmer under INR 2000.OYO Rooms NH 8 AjmerAddress: Gegal, AjmerHotel Price: INR 1749Click here to book now.

The market area, from this side you can walk all the way up to Dargah in ajmer, must try is Chicken Biriyani at Sahansha. Mutton variety is also splendid. For sweet lovers, Sohan Halwa. Well, from here we were heading to a nearby city "Pushkar."

Best time to visit - January,February,March,September,October,November,December

Pushkar is full of colour, culture, warmth and joy! The first thing that attracts one to Pushkar is perhaps the colourful streets lined with small shops and hopeful faces.
The route from Ajmer to Pushkar is stunning and unlike any other route in Rajasthan. It's quite hilly and hence surprising. Pushkar is a very small town and its first glimpse is astonishing for first timers who are expecting a big town. The town is very famous for its numerous temples, serene lake and lovely market.
Do visit Pushkar Lake during the evenings, since afternoons here are quite hot unless you are visiting during peak winters. There is also a small temple next to the lake and though the temple is beautiful, the priests here make it difficult to sit in peace. They constantly pester you to perform pujas and it's a little annoying when all you want is to enjoy a few moments of silence.
The market next to the temple and lake is quite fun to explore and there is tons you can take back including bangles, bandhini sarees and dupattas, palazzos and stunning silver jewellery. Don't forget to have the kachoris next to the temple since they are perhaps the best you'll have in Pushkar.
Reaching Pushkar is hassle-free since there are tons of buses plying from and to major cities and it would be best to combine Ajmer and Pushkar in one trip. Do choose a traditional homestay to spend your vacation in Pushkar and you'll have an unforgettable experience!Read More

Pushkar is full of colour, culture, warmth and joy! The first thing that attracts one to Pushkar is perhaps the colourful streets lined with small shops and hopeful faces.
The route from Ajmer to Pushkar is stunning and unlike any other route in Rajasthan. It's quite hilly and hence surprising. Pushkar is a very small town and its first glimpse is astonishing for first timers who are expecting a big town. The town is very famous for its numerous temples, serene lake and lovely market.
Do visit Pushkar Lake during the evenings, since afternoons here are quite hot unless you are visiting during peak winters. There is also a small temple next to the lake and though the temple is beautiful, the priests here make it difficult to sit in peace. They constantly pester you to perform pujas and it's a little annoying when all you want is to enjoy a few moments of silence.
The market next to the temple and lake is quite fun to explore and there is tons you can take back including bangles, bandhini sarees and dupattas, palazzos and stunning silver jewellery. Don't forget to have the kachoris next to the temple since they are perhaps the best you'll have in Pushkar.
Reaching Pushkar is hassle-free since there are tons of buses plying from and to major cities and it would be best to combine Ajmer and Pushkar in one trip. Do choose a traditional homestay to spend your vacation in Pushkar and you'll have an unforgettable experience!

Pushkar....the city of temples, divine food, artistry, handicrafts and many more things..

But this is not my story for PUSHKAR, my story lies around a small boy named SANGEET.I visited Pushkar last year as well during the Mela. While I was roaming around the families of the Camel herds, I came across this family of 4- A father, A son, An Aunt, and a wife.While I was capturing this girl filling water for the preparation of dinner, a boy pulled off my t-shirt and asked for money. I captured him and had a short conversation. This is a story of Pushkar Mela 2015, not even a story I would say, was a moment for the day. Who knows a connection was being made in the processing that I'll cherish in the coming future.This year, 2016! I again visited Pushkar Mela. I went to the same old place I visited last year to capture some camels during the time of sunset. What a coincidence it was, a small boy pulls off my t-shirt. I was busy capturing the Camels as the sun was about to set and so, I had to take a good number of shots as a memory to my everyday life.This young chap was a bit stubborn, he constantly pulled off my tee. I gave him a look that I was busy. I recalled the face in my mind, I looked at him once again and got shocked that this is the same kid I met last year. I told him that I captured you last year, he was not willing to trust me and demanded to show him his photograph that I took. I went through my phone's gallery that consists over 5000 photographs in search of that one photograph. He was teasing me by saying I was kidding and that I do not have that photograph. He called his dad and told him that this guy is claiming to have his photograph that he clicked last year. His dad was super happy and told me if that's true, it's incredible. The father and son- Sangeet were waiting for me to show them that photograph.Finally I got that photograph and it was...

This day we were going to Jodhpur via Pushkar. Pushkar is a very holy place. We are not only travellers but also devotees. We went to Pushkar lake , did pujas to our elders , immersed in the holy water, went to lord Brahma for darshan. This took us whole 3 hours. Then had our lunch and started to Jodhpur. We booked Ratan Vilas hotel in Jodhpur which was itself a palace previously. It was amazing place. We regretted we reached late to Jodhpur and had to leave to Jaisalmer early.

There are no “must see” sites in Pushkar. Which means you have the time to sit back and observe life happen in this beautiful and devout state, which coils around a holy lake. With one of the few Brahma temples in the world and, the town is colourful and chaotic. The place especially comes alive during the Pushkar fair (which takes place in October or November), when Indian and foreign artists come together on the Jaipur Ghat and play instruments and perform. Sunsets are especially beautiful at this magnificent ghat, when the bells of the temples sound and the lake changes colour, leading to feelings of peace and satisfaction deep within.Have a “special lassi or coffee” at any one of the roadside cafes in the main market

Around 2 pm I started from Udaipur and instead of catching NH 8 via Beawar, I rode on some other highway via Chittorgarh and kept moving forward. The road was not as good as NH 8 but still not too inconvenient. It started getting dark around 6.15 pm and I had 110 more km to cover. I reduced my speed to 50 - 60 KMPH and reached Pushkar via Ajmer around 9 pm to reach a fine-looking resort where I stayed.Day 5: The final destination to Delhi (Oct 12, 2016)

5. PushkarWe reach the king of pilgrim sites Pushkar which is in the district of Ajmer, Rajasthan. It also serves as one of the five Dhaams in India and has emerged as one of the major popular destination for foreigners and Indian citizens. The ambiance is created by the roses in and around the city and the great mela or the great Pushkar fairs. Because of the ideal temperature, Pushkar will be the must visit place in November in India.

Delhi to Pushkar is an easy 7 hour drive on the NH48. There are several stops you can make before reaching the holy city of Pushkar. Places such as Pataudi, Neemrana, Kukas and Jaipur will make for interesting stops en route. A road trip to Pushkar also makes for a great and offbeat long weekend getaway.Where to stay: Pushkar is known for cheap accommodation, and Zostel (Rs 666 per night) is a great option.

Pushkar: October serves as the best time to visit Pushkar, the Hindu pilgrimage centre that has lately emerged as the new hippie hub in the state of Rajasthan. Apart from the Brahma temple and the majestic Pushkar Lake, the city is also known for the countless cafe-hopping spots that are an absolute delight to any visitor.Best way to reach Pushkar is to take a road trip from Delhi via Ajmer. Ajmer is also the closest railway station to Pushkar at a distance of around 11kms.Read more: 8 Things To Do in Ajmer and Pushkar by Bidisha

There’s nothing quite like sitting on a rooftop with the shimmering holy lake smiling at you. It’s where the morning prayer bells greet you. The luminous patchwork of flickering lights sets the evening sun behind the Aravallis. And Pushkar smiles at you. Sharing its side of the story. The world knows about the sacred temples that Pushkar boasts of. Especially, Lord Brahma’s. A proof of the faith is seen as a muddle on the streets that are crowded with tourists and hippies alike. But Pushkar is more than that. From the plush Puskar Palace that sits right on the ghats of the holy Lake, to something as small as the Lake View hotel, different myriads of lifestyles amaze you. All co-existing, blending perfectly together.

The melodious chorus of temple bells, the sweet fragrance of incense and the positive energy in Mathura city all come together to offer you an experience unlike another.
The most popular temple in the birthplace of Shri Krishna is the Dwarkadesh Temple, which is home to a lovely shrine of Lord Krishna and Radha among other deities. And if you happen to visit the temple during the festivals of Janmashtami, Diwali and Holi, you'll be in for a huge surprise. The energy of the temple and the city will take you by storm and you will fall in love with the small energetic town.
The culture of Mathura is perhaps what attracts people to this lovely town rather than its mythological importance, though one can't deny or undermine its mythological significance. Among other places to visit, you can head to Vishram Ghat, Rangji temple and Govind Deo temple.
Sacred for both Jains and Buddhists, Mathura sees people from across the world. A meeting point for people from all cultures, there is much to learn and explore in this lovely city. Finding a place to to stay here is not a problem at all since there are a number of small dharamshalas as well as luxurious resorts.Read More

The melodious chorus of temple bells, the sweet fragrance of incense and the positive energy in Mathura city all come together to offer you an experience unlike another.
The most popular temple in the birthplace of Shri Krishna is the Dwarkadesh Temple, which is home to a lovely shrine of Lord Krishna and Radha among other deities. And if you happen to visit the temple during the festivals of Janmashtami, Diwali and Holi, you'll be in for a huge surprise. The energy of the temple and the city will take you by storm and you will fall in love with the small energetic town.
The culture of Mathura is perhaps what attracts people to this lovely town rather than its mythological importance, though one can't deny or undermine its mythological significance. Among other places to visit, you can head to Vishram Ghat, Rangji temple and Govind Deo temple.
Sacred for both Jains and Buddhists, Mathura sees people from across the world. A meeting point for people from all cultures, there is much to learn and explore in this lovely city. Finding a place to to stay here is not a problem at all since there are a number of small dharamshalas as well as luxurious resorts.

"A Reel view of the famous Holi Festival from the colourful streets of Mathura."

After sleeping well that night and spending some quality time with the students of PMV college Mathura which reminded me much of my school life and college. Next day, I started early and visited some of the religious places around and headed towards my friend's village via Aligarh and Atrauli to Sirauli

I was supposed to reach Mathura by 18.45 but my train was late by 2 hours as expected from Indian Railways. At the station I did expedited the process of claiming my bike at parcel office by spending few extra bucks (off the record) and suddenly I was treated as a VIP and looking at the no. of VIP India has it was not astonishing.I had planned this trip with a friend from UP (Siroli Village). He had already left from Mumbai a week earlier and was in his village spending some quality time of love with his family. His juniors from Diploma College PMV Mathura came to pick me up at the station and I halted the night in Mathura.

1. Mathura -Known popularly as Lord Krishna’s birthplace, this religious town makes for a great weekend escape. It is also representative of India’s more than 3000 year culture and civilization. You will feel spiritually rejuvenated once you make a visit here. Throngs of pilgrims visit Mathrua every year. Apart from Hindu devotees, people from different faiths visit the town, including Buddhists and Brahmanical Jains.

Mathura is commonly known as Janma Bhumi i.e. place of birth of Lord Krishna. Temple is very beautiful and you can visit the caves inside temple. You can recreate prison where Lord Krishna was born and scriptures on the walls are very attractive and beautiful. This place is a must visit and we started with our journey from here only.

Mathura is a city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 kilometres north of Agra. Also know as Braj or Brij-bhoomi, the air is different from an IT city like Pune. There was a different aura about the place and the atmosphere. Not so well built roads, street light missing at various places, people live life in their way!!!
Travelling to Vrindavan in a 40-45 minutes ride from the Mathura Station was different that any ride in the city. Many temples passed by, smell of Chats and pani puris were different :), it was indeed tempting!!!

Famously known for freedom fighter Rani Lakshmi Bai, Jhansi is an integral part of India's historical past. Considered to be the gateway to Bundelkhand, Jhansi, in Uttar Pradesh, is located in the middle of two rivers.
Though Jhansi is not well known for its scenic beauty, it's a delight for history lovers, photographers and explorers. If monuments and forts are what interest you on a holiday, begin with the Jhansi Fort. Located on Bangira Hill, this fort is perhaps the most important tourist site in Jhansi. If you happen to be here during February, you will get an opportunity to witness the lovely festival of Jhansi Mahotsav, when actors and dancers from all over India come together to perform plays.
Do also visit the Orchha Fort, which is located in Orchha village. Known for its architectural brilliance, it's a great way to spend your afternoon. Orchha is also home to numerous temples and forts that are definitely worth your time. For a relief from the concrete structures, you can visit Rani's Amod Garden. Lush and refreshing greenery greets you and it's a great way to spend a quiet evening. Do also visit Baradari, the Hanging Tower and Shiva temple. Read More

Famously known for freedom fighter Rani Lakshmi Bai, Jhansi is an integral part of India's historical past. Considered to be the gateway to Bundelkhand, Jhansi, in Uttar Pradesh, is located in the middle of two rivers.
Though Jhansi is not well known for its scenic beauty, it's a delight for history lovers, photographers and explorers. If monuments and forts are what interest you on a holiday, begin with the Jhansi Fort. Located on Bangira Hill, this fort is perhaps the most important tourist site in Jhansi. If you happen to be here during February, you will get an opportunity to witness the lovely festival of Jhansi Mahotsav, when actors and dancers from all over India come together to perform plays.
Do also visit the Orchha Fort, which is located in Orchha village. Known for its architectural brilliance, it's a great way to spend your afternoon. Orchha is also home to numerous temples and forts that are definitely worth your time. For a relief from the concrete structures, you can visit Rani's Amod Garden. Lush and refreshing greenery greets you and it's a great way to spend a quiet evening. Do also visit Baradari, the Hanging Tower and Shiva temple.

Nagpur (Maharastra) to Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) - 9 hours - from here you can find two routes - one NH 44 ( forest route and total 605 km) and other is through Chhindwara, Narsingpur and Sagar around 595 km. I used second route. Overall road is good well maintained double road without traffic. But be careful check your vehicle condition well. On this near Chhindwara you will find Simariya Kalan - 101 feet Statue of Hanuman. Take care of overall road, good road means chances of accidents more. I saw two major accidents while i am on the way. Take a halt at Jhansi (as per my idea per a day 600km drive more enough). Especially all these roads prefer day journey.

Jhansi ki Rani (Queen of Jhansi) is very famous freedom fighter. This city is a connecting point for those who wish to visit Orchha , Khajuraho etc. One can take a train till Jhansi and then go upto Orchha or Khajuraho by road transport.

Best time to visit - January,February,September,October,November,December

The more one hears about Vrindavan, the more beautiful and alluring the small town becomes. The birth place of Lord Krishna, Vrindavan is visited by tourists from all over the world. With its colourful streets and crowded lanes, this small town may not offer you a respite from the chaos of the cities, but it certainly gives you an experience unlike any other.
Located about 11 km from Mathura, a perfect trip should see you combine an excursion to both these towns together. The more popular temples here are the Madan Mohan Temple, near Kali Ghat, Meera Bai Temple and the lovely Prem Mandir. Dedicated to love and situated about 10 km from the centre of town, this is a must visit!
Most temples here are dedicated to Lord Krishna and significant episodes in his life. If this is your first visit here, do a little research and speak to locals before deciding which temples you'd like to visit.
There are tons of hotels and guesthouses in Vrindavan, and you can decide your hotel according to your budget and choice. Read More

The more one hears about Vrindavan, the more beautiful and alluring the small town becomes. The birth place of Lord Krishna, Vrindavan is visited by tourists from all over the world. With its colourful streets and crowded lanes, this small town may not offer you a respite from the chaos of the cities, but it certainly gives you an experience unlike any other.
Located about 11 km from Mathura, a perfect trip should see you combine an excursion to both these towns together. The more popular temples here are the Madan Mohan Temple, near Kali Ghat, Meera Bai Temple and the lovely Prem Mandir. Dedicated to love and situated about 10 km from the centre of town, this is a must visit!
Most temples here are dedicated to Lord Krishna and significant episodes in his life. If this is your first visit here, do a little research and speak to locals before deciding which temples you'd like to visit.
There are tons of hotels and guesthouses in Vrindavan, and you can decide your hotel according to your budget and choice.

Vrindavan in September is perfect for those people who do not like to be pushed around by the crowds. The temples are open and have few to no tourists at this off-season time. You can very easily explore the Vrindavan Iskon temple, which is considered as one of most beautiful temples in the country. Vrindavan is the city of temples, and also has rich culture. The Pagal Baba temple is also very beautiful, and you must visit it on your trip to Vrindavan. This off-season place to visit in India, will make you spiritual when you leave.Vrinadavan has its own railway station and the nearest airport is in Delhi, from there you can take a taxi direct to Vrindavan (185 km).Off-Season In October

Vrindavan: Celebrate the festival of colors, Holi, in the city of India that boasts of being the playground of Krishna himself. Located in the district of Mathura, Vrindavan and its surrounding towns make for one of the best heritage tours in India.Vrindavan does not have an airport. The nearest railhead is Mathura Cantt and frequent taxis and buses are available to Vrindavan.Read More: On the streets of Vrindavan by Deepti Asthana.

Holi at VrindavanIf you are a fan of the festival of colours, Vrindavan, where Lord Krishna spent his childhood, is just perfect for you. People from all over the world throng the streets of Vrindavan during Holi just to be embraced by the colours and the mood of the festival.

35. Vrindavan -Vrindavan is widely regarded as the transcendental home of Lord Krishna. The ancient and modern temples will calm your nerves.You will also see a few pilgrims in the region.Hindu mythology says Lord Krishna resides eternally in Vrindavan and never leaves the abode.If you want to go temple hopping, make sure you visit Madan-Mohan, Radha Vallabh as well as Banke-Bihari and Shahji.

So, my love for ancient places and monuments took me to Mathura. It's just a few hours drive away from the capital (read: Delhi) and serves as one of the best weekend getaways. But my trip was more of an excursion. I took the NH2 and started at around 10 in the morning. Two and a half hours, and I reached.
I realised that this place has so much to offer with its ancient havelis and hefty monuments.
The culture is still very much influenced my the ancient Brij rituals. The temples and tales of this city are as old as Ramayan itself. The famous places are mostly, religious ones but if are not so much into religion and rituals, you can still enjoy the peace that the city of Mathura offers. With Vrindavan being in close proximity, the place is a bequest of old traditions and colours.
I would suggest you go to the following places on your visit:
Lohwan Mata Mandir
Shri Ratneshwar Mahadev
Gopinath Maharaj Mandir
Keshav Dev Temple (Shri Krishna Janma Bhoomi)
Vishram Ghat (Bank of River Yamuna)
Shri Jagannath Temple Bhuteshwar Mathura
Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir, Vrindavan
Mathura Museum
Birla Mandir
Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
Naam yog Sadhna Mandir (Baba Jai Gurudev Temple)
Banke Bihari Temple
Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
Iskcon Temple
Baldeo temple
bhuteshwar temple
The Udasin Kashni Ashram (Ramanrati) near Gokul (Mahaven)
And if you are just an incorrigible lover of prehistoric places, then you can just stroll around in the streets and click pictures.

Vrinda refers to Tulsi and van refers to forest. Vrindavan was the forest of plant tulsi and is a peaceful place. This is a weekend gateway from Delhi if you need peace of mind and want to know more about hindu god - Krishna. It is said that Lord Krishna is with us every time and he is everywhere. He is the creator of everything and destroyer too. He is the one who gave us teachings of "Bhagwad Gita" to us where we can find solution to every problem of our life.
Let's come together to explore his city Vrindavan and to recreate his teachings and spirituality.
Vrindavan can be easily covered over a weekend and is one of the most popular weekend gateway from Delhi.

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Bhangarh, Rajasthan
Take your sleepover horror stories one step further and venture into the supernatural at the infamously haunted ruins of Bhangarh. Listen to the locals recount tales of unspeakable horror and the fates of the unfortunate souls who ventured inside after dark.The fact that this place is strictly out of bounds after sunset should be proof enough of its thrilling potential. Find out if the so-called brave ones in your group are half as brave as they claim to be!

After an hour from Dausa we reached the Gola ka bass(Nearest village to Bhangrah) village. In the way you will find may sculptors and their villages. It was around 2 in the night. Now from this T point, you have two options either to go to Bhangrah fort which is 3 km far from here or you can stay in a nearby temple around 2 km from this point. We decided to stay in temple for a hour to get fresh-up. The temple is a old fashioned Indian temple of Goddess Saraswati. You will get in to a hall cum room in just 500rs for a hour or for night. Maharaj of this temple will provide you blankets, pillows and mattress. Toilets and bathrooms are also in good condition to use. Please keep your personal stuffs to use that.After resting for a hour we decided to move towards Bhangarh fort around 3 am. It took us one hour to reach to the fort from the temple. Long walk on the roads in the backdrop of Aravali hills in dark night is a must thing to do.

"Bhangarh is a ruined town between Jaipur and Alwar and is said to be one of the most haunted historical places in the world. Many myths are related with this haunted fort.As they say, the 7-storey palace was reduced to 4 and the roof of every house or shop was destroyed overnight."

We started at around 4.00 hrs in the dark as we have to reach Ranthambore national park at 14:30 hrs.We had prebooked through online booking for zone 3 for the evening and zone 4 for next day morning jungle safari. Also we thought on the way we will visit Bhangarh fort and check out about the Paranormal activities we have been reading in the internet. We learned that day that starting at proper time is really important. One should not over exert. We were riding in the dark roads devoid of street lights at snail’s speed. Just when the first light of the dawn started reaching us we accelerated our bike through NH21. The roads were good and we were trespassing countryside area nearly at an average speed of 90kmph. Just before reaching Bhangarh my friend Gopal found out that the one of the two screw holding the handle has gone off and luckily nothing did happen to us. We fixed the handle with some local jugad (arrangement) as the original bolt and washer was not available and in between we were discussing as if it is the welcoming sign that you are getting near to Bhangarh. After fixing we headed towards Bhangarh though it delayed us with costly 45 minutes. On reaching Bhangarh which is at remote area we found ruined fort without roofs. Apart from that honestly I didn’t find anything abnormal and scary. Not only Bhangarh every fort has a closing time. ASI doesn’t not allow visitors after sunset that doesn’t mean that the place is haunted. I liked the fort though.

Bhangarh, RajasthanIf horror movies give send a chill down your spine, then this definitely is not the right place for you! One of the scariest places in India, Bhangarh in Rajasthan is also one of the most abandoned places in India. This, however, doesn’t stop people from frequenting this ghost town.

Place is away from jaipur a cold dead Fort, way to bhangarh makes you feel like travelling in a lonely planet as we have a haunted perception of that place.
Place attract tourist as it has haunted history and well known haunted place on social media but place is quiet boring during day time.
If you wanna feel the thrill, ill suggest you to go at night.
Some of us planned and went to that place at night few days after our first visit with rolled blunts.